Help a Reader Reach Their Full Potential

The Whittier Area Literacy Council (WALC), a program of the Boys & Girls Club of Whittier (BGCW), is seeking volunteers to help provide free one-on-one tutoring in basic literacy to kids.
Why: Literacy rates in Whittier are falling behind — and every child left behind today becomes an adult who struggles tomorrow. The Whittier Area Literacy Council of the Boys & Girls Club of Whittier exists to close that gap. Through free, one-on-one tutoring, we connect volunteers who can help with the kids who need it most, giving struggling readers the individualized support to catch up, keep up, and reach their full potential.
Who: The Whittier Area Literacy Council (WALC) of BGCW, a volunteer program now part of the Boys and Girls Club of Whittier, has been dedicated to teaching people to read, write, and speak English—at no charge—since 1962. We help children succeed in school and empower adults to reach their life goals. We value the dedication of our tutors and the persistence of our members as we work together toward a more literate community.
What to Expect:
Tutors work one-on-one with a member at the WALC Center, twice a week for one hour per session, with days and times chosen by the tutor. Depending on the member's needs, tutors help with reading, writing, and speaking skills.
With support from the program coordinator, tutors build their own lesson plans — fun, engaging, and tailored to close each student's specific learning gaps. All materials and resources are provided at the center, and tutors may also join optional workshops to learn new tutoring skills.
Beyond academics, tutors become role models — helping students build not just literacy, but the confidence and self-belief to see themselves as capable readers. Annual evaluations consistently show that tutoring has a